DeWalt DC380 Manual page 28

E N G L I S H
• Switch the tool on and slowly feed in the blade.
Make sure that the saw shoe remains in contact
with the workpiece at all times.
Pocket cuts
• Measure and mark the required pocket cut.
• Using a narrow saw blade rest the bottom of the
saw shoe on the workpiece and make sure that
the blade is positioned on the cutting line.
If necessary, e.g. in confined spaces, use the
outer edge of the saw shoe as your guideline.
• Switch on the tool and feed the blade into the
material at full speed, holding the tool firmly
against the workpiece.
Dust extraction
• When the tool is used indoor for extended
periods of time, use a suitable dust extractor
designed in compliance with the applicable
Directives regarding dust emission.
Cutting metal
• When cutting thin metal always stabilize the
workpiece with wood on both sides.
This guarantees clean cuts and prevents
damaging of the material.
• For long, straight cuts draw a line on the workpiece.
• Apply a thin film of lubricant along the cutting
line, switch on the tool and follow the cutting line.
Cutting plastics
• Always work at reduced speed. Carry out a test cut
to check whether the material is sensitive to heat.
Cutting masonry
When sawing asbestos cement
hazardous dust may be produced.
Follow the statutory guidelines and
observe the recommendations issued by
the asbestos cement manufacturers.
Consult your dealer for further information on the
appropriate accessories.
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Maintenance
Your D WALT power tool has been designed to
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operate over a long period of time with a minimum
of maintenance. Continuous satisfactory operation
depends upon proper tool care and regular cleaning.
Lubrication
Your power tool requires no additional lubrication.
Cleaning
• Unplug the charger before cleaning the housing
with a soft cloth.
• Remove the battery pack before cleaning your
power tool.
• Keep the ventilation slots clear and regularly
clean the housing with a soft cloth.
Environment
Rechargeable battery pack
This long life battery pack must be recharged when
it fails to produce sufficient power on jobs which
were easily done before. At the end of its technical
life, discard it with due care for our environment:
• Run the battery pack down completely,
then remove it from the tool.
• NiCd and NiMH cells are recyclable. Take them
to your dealer or a local recycling station.
The collected battery packs will be recycled or
disposed of properly.
Unwanted tools
Take your tool to an authorised D
agent where it will be disposed of in an
environmentally safe way.
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